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Production Planner

On-site in Valls·Added yesterday (last checked 5 Nov)

Lear Corporation

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Work mode: On-site, Valls
Spanish: Fluent
English: Required
Other languages: Catalan
Education: University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Logistics, or related field. Master degree in Supply Chain will be considered as an asset
1 to 3 years of experience in Production Planning, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing Operations.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Fluent in Spanish and English. Catalan is a plus.
High level of discipline and responsibility to assure outputs on time expected.
Strong analytical skills
Proactive and autonomous
Proficiency in MS Office

The role

As Production Planner you will support the Planning Manager in the day-to-day planning and scheduling of production activities, ensuring that customer requirements are fulfilled while maximizing production efficiency and optimizing available resources. You will act as a key link between Production, Logistics, Customer Service, Material Planning, and Engineering to ensure the successful execution of the daily production plan and achievement of customer delivery targets.

What you'll do

Create, maintain, and update daily production schedules for all manufacturing lines.
Sequence production orders according to customer priorities, production constraints, and available capacity.
Continuously monitor production progress and adjust schedules as required. Identify deviations from the production plan and initiate corrective actions.
Coordinate with Production Supervisors and Operations teams to resolve scheduling issues.
Support recovery planning in case of production disruptions or unexpected customer demand changes.
Maintain accurate planning data within QAD and other planning tools.
Monitor finished goods availability to ensure customer delivery commitments are met.
Identify potential shortages or excess inventory situations.
Coordinate with Material Demand Analyst regarding material availability issues affecting production schedules.
Support inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining service levels.
Participate in W2W inventory activities
Support the implementation of engineering changes and new product launches.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to planning processes.
Contribute to Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chain improvement projects.

Hiring process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; if you fit, an HR representative gets in touch and the recruiting team explains the interview process for that role, which varies by role and location

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Candidates who fit are connected with an HR representative first.

About Lear Corporation

Lear Corporation is a global automotive technology company that designs and manufactures seating and electrical distribution systems for major automakers worldwide. With over 160,000 employees across more than 250 locations in 37 countries, Lear is a Fortune 500 company and a leading supplier in the automotive industry, operating through two main business segments: Seating and E-Systems (electrical distribution and electronics).

In Spain, Lear has a significant industrial and engineering presence, with multiple manufacturing plants and technical centers, particularly in Catalonia and other regions. The company offers roles in engineering, manufacturing, IT, logistics, and HR, and is known for its focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. For international professionals, Lear provides opportunities to work in a multicultural environment with global career mobility, especially in engineering and management positions within its E-Systems division.

Industry: Automotive
Founded: 1917
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Southfield, USA
In Spain: Barcelona, Valls, Roig de Levallois and 1 more

Good to know if you are moving

Lear has multiple manufacturing plants and technical centers in Spain, primarily in Catalonia (e.g., Barcelona area), offering opportunities in engineering, manufacturing, and IT.
The company operates in a global matrix structure, providing international professionals with potential for cross-border career mobility and exposure to global projects.
Many roles in Spain are focused on the E-Systems division (electronics and electrical distribution), which is a key growth area for the company.
Lear emphasizes continuous improvement and lean manufacturing, so experience with these methodologies is valued.
Working at Lear in Spain may require Spanish language skills for plant-based roles, but engineering and management positions often operate in English.

In their own words

About the company & team

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we're named one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

They're the secret to our success-empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Additional information

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

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